The full version

Here is the full list of prohibited items,if you are curious,you can go and take a look at it.

#4 How much does the shipping cost

Taobao to USA shipping cost

Taobao to Canada shipping cost

Taobao to Australia shipping cost

Taobao to New Zealand shipping cost

Taobao to Japan shipping cost

Taobao to Malaysia shipping cost

Taobao to Singapore shipping cost

If the actual weight or size of your package exceeds the permissible limit as stated in the form, it will likely be rejected at the warehouse, resulting in a delayed shipment.

Therefore, prior to making an order it is suggested that you check the package weight and size with the seller or forwarder via aliwangwang, so that a smooth shipping process can be ensured.

#5 How do they calculate the total shipping cost

the shipping fee

Your parcel will be charged by either actual weight or volumetric weight – whichever is greater. Volumetric weight is a value derived from the size rather than the weight of your parcel and may apply if your parcel is particularly large and contains relatively light items.

That means the volumetric weight for this parcel is 3.5kg. Because the actual weight is 2.5kg, you will be charged for 3.5kg on this parcel because it is the greater of the two (volumetric weight vs. actual weight), making 3.5kg the chargeable weight.

GST and Customs taxes

here is the chart of tax threshold and rate listed:

Canada:

if you choose official air transport,A 5% GST will be charged in advance when you pay for the international shipping fee.

the service fee for remote areas

if you are from Hongkong,the will charge service fee for residential address(20 HKD) and remote areas(30 HKD).

#6 step-by-step tutorial on how to use it

the following is a step-by-step guide on how to use Taobao Global Consolidation and Shipping:

Step 1: first payment

When making an order, please select or add a new address at the shipping address section, and then choose “”After the consignment(集运)” “.

you can click “Modification Service Provider” to choose your preferred forwarder based on their pricing and service standards.

Step 3: Choose parcels to be consolidated

select products that you want to consolidate.The system will automatically calculate total weight(总重量) and the shipping fee(预计运费) of the consolidated goods, from the warehouse in China to your place.

After confirmation, click “One-click package settlement(一键合包结算)”.

The official holding time in the warehouse is 20 days. If your parcels stay in the warehouse for not more than 20 days, you won’t need to pay for any extra detention charges. Else, you will be charged 1 CNY per parcel per day.

Taobao Consolidated Shipping allows consolidation of up to 20 orders! If you have more than 20 orders, it is recommended that you split them into different batches of consolidation and make payment accordingly.

Note: you will not receive any notification when orders reach the forwarder’s warehouse,you are advised to download “淘宝Lite” from App Store or Google Play. The “Logistics Helper” in the app will automatically send you the notification.

Step 4: second payment

After consolidating your orders, check the shipping method and delivery address. Then click “Checkout(提交并支付)”.You will then be prompted to make the second payment.

Now the international shipping fee payment settled. Check the status closely and wait for your parcels.

#7 How can I contact the forwarder

There are two ways to get in touch with them,first is by aliwangwang,second is by livechat. they can understand and speak a litte English,so make sure you use simple and plain words.

aliwangwang with the forwarder

On the [物流订单(Logistics Order)] tab, click on the blue icon to consult with the forwarder Customer Service.

livechat with forwarder

Click the following forwarder link to have a livechat with them,if you are not sure which forwarder you are using,check it from this page.

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Hi Eric, hoping you can advise. My parcel says I received it but I haven’t! I keep talking to the forwarder via live chat but they can’t help at all. I forwarded by sea shipping. Is there anything else I can do?

Eric,
Over that last 2 weeks, I’ve been observed some bad testimonies from USA customers who consolidated their orders and when they paid the freight/shipping fee, the Taobao warehouse that ships to the USA removed all of the item boxes and just threw the loose contents into another shipping box and shipped them out. This is highly unacceptable. These customers have posted photos that I can share if you’d like. I have some preorders that my sellers will be getting in stock soon but I am hesitant because I don’t wan’t the Taobao’s USA warehouse to manhandle my goods like that. What can be done?